- Engine size: 2.0L
- MSRP: From $41,100
- Horsepower: 292 HP
- MPG: 23 city / 31 highway
- Torque: 280 lb-ft
What's New for 2015
Go on a power trip
You want power. The S3 delivers. With its turbocharged 292-hp TFSI® engine, you can make short work of long trips. And with an S tronic® dual clutch transmission, the S3 can shift your perceptions on how fast a sports sedan can shift gears. It’s the type of power trip everyone can enjoy.*
--edmunds
Driving Impressions
The 2015 Audi S3's turbocharged engine provides smooth and quick acceleration. Since this isn't one of Audi's more hard-core RS models, it's not going to pin you to the back of your seat with outrageous power, but there's a clear difference between the S3 and its less powerful A3 sibling. The automated transmission is also on point with its timely and quick shifts.
We've only driven an S3 fitted with the Adaptive Suspension so far. With it, the S3 feels agile and light on its feet. There is quite a bit of steering feedback, which should be welcome news for driving enthusiasts. That adaptive suspension can be switched between Comfort, Auto and Dynamic modes, the latter providing increased steering response and additional stiffness in the dampers. Dynamic mode makes for more precise handling and allows less body roll in the corners, though the price paid for this additional athleticism is a notably stiffer ride. The optional 19-inch wheels make things particularly rough, but if you're interested in the sportiest driving experience, this may be a sacrifice you're willing to make.
- Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights and LED taillights
- Panoramic sunroof
- Leather seating surfaces
- Audi drive select
- BLUETOOTH® streaming audio and wireless technology preparation for compatible mobile phone - Full LED headlights
- MMI® navigation plus with voice control, MMI® touch and Audi connect®
- Bang & Olufsen® Surround Sound System with 14 speakers and 705 watts
- Audi side assist Parking system plus with rear view camera
source
http://www.edmunds.com/audi/s3/2015/?tab-id=reviews-tab
http://www.audiusa.com/models/audi-s3-sedan
